Volunteers
Learn about the Makassed Volunteers Unit and A.B.A.T. community service, hospital volunteering, and youth training programmes.
The Makassed Volunteers Unit was established in 2001, during the International Year of Volunteers. The Unit focuses on youth development and encourages young people to play an active role in their communities.
Its objectives are aligned with the mission of the Makassed Association, which promotes volunteerism, community service, youth empowerment, and responsible civic engagement.
Our Mission
Training youth for active citizenship
The Makassed Volunteers Unit aims to train Lebanese youth, particularly Makassed students, and help them develop leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills while encouraging their active participation in society.
The Unit also brings together volunteer leaders from across the Arab region to promote, support, and celebrate volunteerism through innovative initiatives. Its programmes are designed in line with Erasmus+ standards.
Community Service Program
60 hours across secondary school
In accordance with Ministry of Education and Higher Education Decision No. 607/M/2016 concerning the implementation of community service in secondary schools, students are required to complete 60 hours of community service during the three years of secondary education.
- Practical community service: 45 hours
- Planning, preparation, discussion, and evaluation: 15 hours
- Total: 60 hours
Students may complete all required hours during Grades 10 and 11.
The A.B.A.T. Volunteering Club carried out its community service activities at Makassed General Hospital. Club members planned and implemented weekly activities adapted to the medical needs and conditions of hospitalized children. These activities were conducted under the supervision of the club leader and coordinating nurses.
Training Courses Project
Building skills for service
Approximately 60 A.B.A.T. Volunteering Club members, aged 6 to 18, participated in training courses covering the following areas:
- Volunteer work in health and social services
- Project development, proposal writing, and fundraising
- Life skills
- Specialized training in supporting children, older adults, and persons with special needs
- Environmental awareness
- Basic first aid training provided by the Lebanese Red Cross